The Meteoric Rise of France's Front-Runner

Emmanuel Macron's journey from a young student to a leading presidential candidate is marked by his centrist views and rapid rise in French politics. Raised in Amiens, he excelled in academics and later pursued a career in banking before entering politics. As Minister of Economy, he faced challenges with economic reforms. In 2016, he founded En Marche!, a political movement that propelled him into the national spotlight. Despite initial skepticism, Macron's campaign gained momentum, positioning him as a strong contender against far-right candidate Marine Le Pen. His pro-European stance contrasts with the rising far-right sentiment in Europe.

Where did Emmanuel Macron meet his future wife?

• At a university in Paris

• At Rothschild investment bank

• At the Ministry of Economy

• At a Jesuit school

What major acquisition did Macron manage while at Rothschild?

• Rothschild's acquisition of a pharmaceutical company

• A merger between two French banks

• Nestle's acquisition of Pfizer's infant nutrition business

• Pfizer's acquisition of Nestle

What was the name of the political movement launched by Macron?

• Forward France

• En Marche

• Progressive France

• New Horizons

Which strategy did Macron borrow from Barack Obama for his campaign?

• Avoiding social media

• Running a large grassroots campaign

• Focusing on traditional media

• Targeting only urban voters

Who was Macron's opponent in the runoff for the French presidency?

• Francois Hollande

• Marine Le Pen

• Nicolas Sarkozy

• Jean-Luc Melenchon